Skip to Content

ARTES Inc. / Valves / Manual Valves


Dependable Performance and Extended Service Life


Unmatched Reliability, Durability, and Integrity

At ARTES Inc., our manual valves are designed for consistent, hands-on control in even the toughest industrial conditions. Engineered for precision and longevity, these valves are built to withstand daily operation in demanding environments, providing unmatched reliability and ensuring smooth, safe processes.

Engineered for Consistent Performance

Built with quality materials and a focus on durability, ARTES manual valves offer long-lasting, dependable service with minimal maintenance needs. Designed to support essential applications across industries, our manual valves deliver reliable performance for simplified and secure fluid control.

Types of Manual Valves We Offer

At ARTES Inc., we offer several types of manual valves, each tailored to meet specific application needs. Our range includes:

ARC Valves

  • ARC valves, a type of manual valve, are engineered for exceptional erosion resistance and precise flow control. 
  • They are highly reliable for handling abrasive materials in industries such as mining, cement, and chemical processing.


Ball Valves

  • Ball valves, a versatile manual valve, provide dependable shutoff and flow control with minimal torque.
  • Ideal for high-pressure systems, they serve a broad range of industries, including oil and gas, and water treatment.

Butterfly Valves

  • Butterfly valves, a compact manual valve option, are designed for efficient flow control in large-diameter pipelines. 
  • Their lightweight construction makes them a go-to choice for HVAC systems, water distribution, and chemical applications. 

Check Valves

  • Check valves, operating as a key manual valve type, ensure unidirectional flow and prevent backflow. 
  • Their robust and straightforward design makes them indispensable for pumps, compressors, and fluid transport systems.

Diaphragm Valves

  • Diaphragm valves, a manual valve designed for precise flow control, offer leak-free performance in demanding applications. 
  • Their corrosion-resistant construction is perfect for pharmaceuticals, food processing, and chemical manufacturing.


Double Block and Bleed Valves

  • Double block and bleed valves, a specialized manual valve, provide secure isolation and system depressurization. 
  • They are essential in high-pressure applications within oil, gas, and petrochemical systems.



Gate Valves

  • Gate valves, a widely used manual valve, are designed for fully open or closed operation. 
  • Their durable construction makes them ideal for water supply systems, oil pipelines, and steam applications.

Globe Valves

  • Globe valves, a manual valve type, are known for precise flow regulation and throttling. 
  • Their durability ensures reliable performance in high-pressure and high-temperature systems like steam, oil, and chemical processing.

Knife Gate Valves

  • Knife gate valves, a manual valve built for tough conditions, are designed to handle slurries, viscous fluids, and solids. 
  • Their sharp-edged construction ensures efficient operation in pulp, wastewater, and mining systems.

Marine Valves

  • Marine valves, a category of manual valves, are designed for fluid management in maritime environments. 
  • Built for durability and corrosion resistance, they are essential on ships and offshore platforms.



Pipe Line Valves

  • Pipeline valves, a specialized type of manual valve, provide secure flow control for long-distance transport systems. 
  • Commonly used in oil, gas, and water pipelines, they ensure system integrity and reliability.

Plug Valves

  • Plug valves, a manual valve with a compact design, offer efficient flow control. 
  • Ideal for high-temperature and high-pressure applications, they are widely used in chemical, petrochemical, and processing industries.



Optimize Your Operations – Book a Consultation Today

Drive your operations forward with confidence.

Overview of Manual Valves

Manual valves are essential components in numerous industrial systems, providing straightforward, hands-on control over fluid flow.  Unlike actuated valves, manual valves from ARTES Inc. rely on direct human intervention to operate, offering simplicity and reliability ideal for lower-demand applications or where precise automation isn’t required. 

Manual valves help maintain cost-effectiveness and are commonly used in industries like oil and gas, water treatment, and manufacturing. They allow operators to control system flow without complex automation, making them dependable choices in many settings.

Discover how manual valves can deliver practical control and robust reliability in systems where simplicity and direct handling are preferred.

Benefits of Using Manual Valves

Selecting manual valves from A.R. Thomson Engineered Solutions provides multiple benefits, such as ease of use, lower initial costs, and suitability in lower-maintenance settings.

Manual valves are perfect for environments where precise automation isn’t needed, or where operators prefer hands-on control. They offer straightforward operation, reduced complexity, and an accessible solution for smaller or standalone systems, providing dependable control without the need for external power sources.

Explore why industries continue to rely on manual valves for straightforward, economical, and effective fluid control.

Key Features of Manual Valves

Selecting manual valves from A.R. Thomson Engineered Solutions brings operational simplicity, cost-efficiency, and durability to your system. These valves offer essential control in applications where direct intervention is preferred and allow you to avoid the complexities of automation.

Manual valves support consistent, long-term performance with minimal upkeep, making them ideal for straightforward setups or backup options within more automated systems. See why manual valves remain a valuable choice for reliable control, accessibility, and flexibility across diverse industrial applications.

Related Industries

Oil & Gas


Power Generation


Mining & Metals


Waste Water